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This week, a conversation about children’s literature with author Mac Barnett and illustrator Jon Klassen. Barnett is National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and the author of numerous children's books including “Sam and Dave Dig a Hole” and “Extra Yarn”.
Jon Klassen worked on films like Kung Fu Panda and Coraline, before he decided to create books, like the best-selling Hat Trilogy. Klassen and Barnet are collaborators on the animated series Shape Island and the popular substack newsletter “Looking at Picture Books.”
On May 14, 2026, the two creatives came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater to talk about the world of children’s literature. It’s the subject of Barnett’s newest book – this time, for adults. It’s called Make Believe: Make Believe: On Telling Stories to Children.
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This week, a conversation about children’s literature with author Mac Barnett and illustrator Jon Klassen. Barnett is National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature and the author of numerous children's books including “Sam and Dave Dig a Hole” and “Extra Yarn”.
Jon Klassen worked on films like Kung Fu Panda and Coraline, before he decided to create books, like the best-selling Hat Trilogy. Klassen and Barnet are collaborators on the animated series Shape Island and the popular substack newsletter “Looking at Picture Books.”
On May 14, 2026, the two creatives came to the Sydney Goldstein Theater to talk about the world of children’s literature. It’s the subject of Barnett’s newest book – this time, for adults. It’s called Make Believe: Make Believe: On Telling Stories to Children.

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